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Desert globemallow (Sphaeralcea ambigua), also known as apricot mallow, is a perennial shrub with fuzzy, whitish-green leaves and bowl-shaped orange flowers that put on a stunning display in full bloom. A member of the mallow family (Malvaceae), it thrives in creosote bush scrub and desert chaparral habitats across parts of California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Sonora, and Baja California.
This drought-adapted plant grows well in both sandy and clay alkaline soils. It can be cut back in the fall to maintain a compact shape. There are three varieties, including Sphaeralcea ambigua var. rosacea, which features lavender-colored flowers.
Desert globemallow is an excellent butterfly plant and a great addition to desert landscapes.
Plant Type: Perennial herb
Size: 3 – 5 ft Tall, 2 – 4 ft Wide
Flower Color: Red, Orange, Pink, Lavender
Flowering Month: Spring, Winter
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Water Requirements: Very Low, Low
